Lease Non Renewal Concerns

Summary

Landlords in Washington can choose not to renew a lease without providing a reason, but must give proper notice. If you receive a 10-day comply or vacate notice, ensure compliance and document everything. If belongings outside your unit were previously allowed, document communications and take photos. Review your lease agreement for any mention of storage in common areas. Communicate in writing with the property manager about the previous acceptance of your belongings and your compliance with notices. Consider seeking legal advice for personalized guidance.

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This was the response to an email i had sent to property manager....
It sounds like you're in a tough spot. Here are some steps you can take:
- Document Everything: Save all emails, notices, and take photos of your belongings.
- Communicate: Respond to the property manager, stating your compliance and the previous acceptance of your belongings.
- Seek Legal Advice: Would you like assistance connecting to a local lawyer for more detailed advice?
Good morning, Melody. The property in question is not residing within your unit but in the common spaces occupied by other tenants as well as not authorized to you to use for storage of your belongings. Per your lease, you were only rented a unit and not storage space. The items in and around the yard and shed were not allotted to you for storage and has inhibited yard care. We are happy to work with you on the timeline of clearing out these items, but it does need to be addressed promptly. Please ensure that the items are removed this week in preparation for your move-out on the 30th.
Good morning! It sounds like the property manager is requesting the removal of your belongings from common areas. Here are some general steps you can take under Washington state law:
- Review Lease Agreement: Verify if it mentions storage in common areas.
- Document Communications: Keep records of all emails and notices.
- Respond in Writing: Communicate with the manager about timeline and compliance.
Would you like assistance connecting to a local lawyer for more detailed advice?
But like i said the belongings outside have been there since moved in
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It seems like a complex situation involving lease agreements and property management. Here are some general steps:
- Review Lease Agreement: Check if it mentions storage in common areas.
- Document Communications: Keep records of all emails and notices.
- Respond in Writing: Communicate with the manager about timeline and compliance.
Have you reviewed your lease agreement to see if storage in common areas is mentioned?
No actually the landlord had seen my belongings since moved in cuz he takes care of mowing the lawn and never said anything bad. Actually he had said my sitting area looked pretty comfy
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It sounds like a frustrating situation. Here are a few steps you can take:
- Review Lease Agreement: Check if it mentions storage in common areas.
- Document Everything: Save all emails, notices, and take photos of your belongings.
- Communicate in Writing: Respond to the property manager explaining the previous acceptance of your belongings.
Have you communicated in writing with the landlord about their previous acceptance of your belongings?
Dear Eagle Crest, I am writing to formally address the recent communications I have received regarding my tenancy and the handling of my personal belongings. I expect that all actions taken by your office comply with Washington state landlord-tenant laws, including the proper handling of tenant property and the avoidance of harassment or retaliatory behavior. As you are aware, I have received notice that my lease will not be renewed and will end on April 30th. Additionally, I received a *-day comply-or-vacate notice, which I have fully complied with. However, I have since received multiple emails regarding my personal belongings outside the unit—items that have remained there without issue since I moved in. T
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It sounds like you are dealing with a challenging situation involving your tenancy and the handling of your personal belongings. Here's what you can consider under Washington state law:
- Document Everything: Save all emails, notices, and take photos of your belongings.
- Review Lease Agreement: Check if it mentions any rules about storing items in common areas.
- Communicate in Writing: Respond to the property manager explaining the previous acceptance of your belongings and your compliance with the *-day notice.
Have you communicated in writing with the landlord about their previous acceptance of your belongings?